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The word is center Eric Heitmann is out from six to eight weeks with a broken fibula. That would likely mean he would miss the season-opening game in Seattle and possibly more. Heitmann broke his right leg in December of 2006 against the Seahawks, an injury that necessitated surgery. This latest injury will apparently heal on its own.

Several players are capable of replacing Heitmann including David Baas, Tony Wragge and Cody Wallace. Wragge played in Heitmann’s stead last week while he recovered from a stinger. Baas took on center responsibilities two days ago when 49ers coach Mike Singletary made the decision to start rookie Mike Iupati at left guard.